“Overcoming poverty is not a task of charity, it is an act of justice. Like Slavery and Apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings. Sometimes it falls on a generation to be great. YOU can be that great generation. Let your greatness blossom.” —Nelson Mandela

Welcome to Poverty Roundtable HPE

The Poverty Roundtable HPE is committed to working in collaboration with all community members, agencies, government and business partners, and to bring together diverse views and perspectives to work toward reducing poverty in Hastings and Prince Edward counties. Poverty is a community issue and we need to act as a community. We encourage you to engage in addressing poverty where you are.

Poverty is a community issue and we need to act as a community. We encourage you to engage in addressing poverty where you are. Check here to see what actions you can take to support investment in our communities.

Reports, research, policy briefs and consultations that address poverty from local, provincial and national sources. Stay informed as the Poverty Roundtable HPE updates you on the most recent poverty-related issues. Click here to read the latest information.